St. Louis County MN Public Health

10/14/2026

The St. Louis County Jail Re-Entry Team partnered with CADT to purchase 100 backpacks that will be given out to individuals released from custody that have a likelihood of experiencing homelessness, will likely return to substance abuse, or other high need. The backpacks and contents were purchased with funds from a federal grant.

Each backpack contains: NARCAN, blanket, 31-day bus pass, water bottle, toiletry bag, socks, hat, soap, Kleenex, poncho, Chapstick, Propel packets, toothbrush and toothpaste, deodorant, laundry detergent, first aid kit, and Area Resource Guide.

10/14/2026

Community Spotlight: Duluth Age-Friendly

Ageism often starts with the language we use, reinforcing stereotypes and limiting our understanding of what it means to grow older.

By making subtle shifts in our language, we can challenge these biases and help create a more inclusive and respectful society for people of all ages.

This presents an opportunity to raise awareness and change how we talk about aging! Check out the Words Matter campaign by Duluth-Age Friendly to see how small changes in our language can impact how we talk and perceive the aging process.

Follow this link to Duluth Aging Support's webiste for the full campaign and more videos: https://duluthagingsupport.org/project/words-matter-campaign/

10/13/2026

A seat at the table matters.

When decisions are being made about our communities, older adults should be part of the conversation.

Their experiences, perspectives, and ideas can help us understand what’s working, what isn’t, and what could be better.

Age-friendly communities don’t just ask what older adults need. They make space for older adults to help shape the answers.

With Us. Not For Us.

10/13/2026

📣 Carlton & St. Louis County Residents,

If you would like to Vote Early, today is the day and you have the opportunity at one of the two sites depending on your county of residency.

📍Carlton County Residents:
Sawyer Community Center
3243 W. Moorhead Rd, Sawyer, MN 55780
12:00 PM - 6:00 PM

📍St. Louis County Residents:
Brookston Community Center
8200 Belich St, Cloquet, MN 55720
12:00 PM - 6:00 PM

🗳️📩 Whether you vote by mail or in-person you can come to either site in the county you reside to vote in-person or hand-deliver your mail-in ballot.

🛜 Please share this with your friends, family, coworkers, neighbors or any circles you belong to.

⚠️ Again, this opportunity to vote early is OPEN TO ALL eligible voters that are residents of Carlton or St. Louis County.

Carlton County, MN - Government St. Louis County, Minnesota

10/13/2026

Tomorrow! A great way to build connections in the community ☺️

Looking for a casual social group? You're invited to 2nd Halfer's Afternoon Break, coming up on Wednesday, October 14 from 3-4:30 p.m.
This is an informal get together for ages 55+ to grow connections and friendships. Enjoy sincere discussions aimed at eliminating isolation and loneliness. Coffee and tea will be served. You do not need to register, you can just drop in to Evergreen, located at 5830 Grand Ave. ☕

10/12/2026

Is it too early to start thinking about your winter emergency car kit?

🍂 Actually, Fall is the perfect time to go through your kit! Make sure it has everything you need well before winter, just in case you have to use it.

🥫 If you have food packed, check the label and make sure it hasn't expired
🔦 Change the batteries on your flashlight
🚰 Make sure any water you have packed hasn't sprung a leak
🧰 Replenish your first aid kit
🧦 And it probably wouldn't hurt to wash any blankets or extra clothes you've had packed for the last year

Happen to be missing something from the list? Look for sales and stock up ahead of the winter season, before everyone is also trying to update their winter emergency kits.

10/12/2026

🍂 𝗙𝗹𝘂 𝘀𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝘀 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲! 🍂

Protect yourself and your loved ones this flu season by stopping by one of our Community Flu Shot Clinics.

✅ No appointments needed
✅ Convenient community locations
✅ Multiple dates available

𝘎𝘦𝘵𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘢𝘯𝘯𝘶𝘢𝘭 𝘧𝘭𝘶 𝘴𝘩𝘰𝘵 𝘪𝘴 𝘰𝘯𝘦 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘣𝘦𝘴𝘵 𝘸𝘢𝘺𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘩𝘦𝘭𝘱 𝘱𝘳𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘪𝘭𝘭𝘯𝘦𝘴𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘵𝘦𝘤𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘰𝘴𝘦 𝘢𝘳𝘰𝘶𝘯𝘥 𝘺𝘰𝘶.

If you are unable to attend one of our community flu clinics, please contact the medical desk at 218-878-2190 to schedule an appointment.

10/12/2026

Come Light the Horizon and help us shine a light on mental wellbeing. ✨
Luminaries, live music, local food, community, and FREE admission to the Lake Superior Zoo. Bring your family, friends, and neighbors for a meaningful evening of connection, community, and hope. 🧡
We hope to see you there!